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MA H2394
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Marjorie Decker
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AI Summary
- Food establishments prohibited from dispensing food in polystyrene containers starting August 1, 2026
- Retail establishments prohibited from selling or distributing polystyrene food service ware to customers starting August 1, 2026
- Covered items include plates, cups, bowls, trays, hinged/lidded containers, straws, cup lids, and utensils made from polystyrene
- Violations subject to fines up to $1,000 per single violation
- Food establishments may apply for one-year hardship deferments through local municipal health departments if no reasonable alternatives exist and compliance would cause significant economic hardship
Legislative Description
To restrict the use of polystyrene
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
7/24/2025
Committee Referrals
Ways and Means7/24/2025
Public Health2/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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